Noida Kings Clinch Last-Ball Thriller Against Lucknow Falcons

Noida Kings Clinch Last-Ball Thriller Against Lucknow Falcons

Prashant Veer's 48*(41) brilliant performance helped Noida Kings defeat Lucknow Falcons by 2 wickets.

In a suspenseful showdown at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, the Noida Kings secured a dramatic two-wicket victory over the Lucknow Falcons in the Uttar Pradesh T20 League. This high-octane match proved to be a fittingly tense contest after two one-sided games to start the tournament.

The Lucknow Falcons, batting first, struggled early on but were rescued by a superb innings from Priyam Garg, who single-handedly steered his team to a competitive total. Garg’s brilliant knock of 73 runs from just 42 balls was the backbone of the Falcons’ innings, allowing them to post a respectable 165 for 8 in their 20 overs.

For the Noida Kings, bowler Naman Tiwari was outstanding, taking a crucial four wickets for just 28 runs to keep the opposition's total in check. Chasing 166 for victory, the Noida Kings had a strong start with their openers putting up a solid partnership. However, the middle order faltered, leaving the team in a precarious position. It was Prashant Veer who stood firm and anchored the chase with a valiant innings of 48 runs from 41 balls, keeping his team’s hopes alive.

The match came down to the final over with Noida needing nine runs. With the tension at its peak, Jasmer Dhankhar hit a boundary off the second-to-last ball, sealing a thrilling victory for the Noida Kings and sparking jubilant celebrations. The win demonstrated the Kings' fighting spirit and ability to perform under extreme pressure, providing an exciting start to their campaign.